Step 2Place the material upright in the vice and saw to the shoulder line using the triangular sawing method complete the cuts. Create two cuts to create the material to be removed. Ensure to saw to waste side of the line as this will ensure the joint is accurate and exactly as intended.

Step 3Remove the waste material. The waste must be removed now as the markings would be removed if it ls left until after the joint has taken shape.

Step 4Press the material firmly against the bench hook. Saw down to the shoulder lines on both sides of the material to remove the material and create the joint.

This completes the processing for the first piece of the joint.

Step 5Place the second piece of material face up in the vice. Ensure the vice is tight and that a it has a good grip of the material.

Step 6Using a chisel narrower than the mortise, begin notching the material across the area which is to be removed. Use a mallet to strike the chisel. Once down slightly over half way turn the piece and use the same procedure form the other side. This reduces the chance of breakout on the joint.